'So In Shock:' Long Island Surgeon Accused Of Trying To Strangle Nurse
Nassau University Medical Center surgeon Dr. Venkatesh Sasthakonar allegedly tried to strangle the registered nurse with an elastic sweatshirt cord.
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Nassau University Medical Center surgeon Dr. Venkatesh Sasthakonar allegedly tried to strangle the registered nurse with an elastic sweatshirt cord.
Naquan Wilson, 28, and Shantavia Davis, 33, face charges of criminal possession of stolen property, forgery, identity theft, and unlawful possession of personal identification.
Police say Venkatesh Sasthakonar approached the victim from behind and wrapped an elastic cord around her neck.
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